Sue Garrard is one of the world’s leading experts on sustainable business. As Unilever’s former EVP of Sustainable Business, she was instrumental in embedding purpose into strategy. Today she advises global organisations on how to align sustainability with performance and growth.
Sue Garrard is a globally respected thought leader on sustainable business strategy. Best known for her role as Executive Vice President of Sustainable Business and Communications at Unilever, she helped to embed purpose and sustainability at the heart of one of the world’s most influential companies. Today, she works with some of the most recognised organisations worldwide, advising on how to harness sustainability as a driver of growth and resilience.
Personally selected by Paul Polman, then CEO of Unilever, Sue spent eight years shaping and delivering the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan (USLP). She oversaw its 70-plus time-bound targets and established sustainability as a key factor in brand performance, with Unilever’s “sustainable living brands” growing significantly faster than the rest of the portfolio. She was also part of the four-person executive team that successfully rebuffed the hostile Kraft Heinz takeover bid.
Sue’s career spans senior leadership roles across public and private sectors. Before Unilever, she was Director General for Customer Strategy and Communications at the Department for Work and Pensions, leading initiatives during the global recession to minimise long-term unemployment and address pensioner poverty. She also held board-level roles in marketing, communications and public affairs, including at AMV and Fishburn Hedges.
Her current consultancy clients include Mars, Danone, Primark, O2, Lloyds Bank, Natura and the Royal Horticultural Society. Both Primark and the RHS launched sustainability plans based on her work.
Sue is a clear, authoritative and engaging speaker who draws on practical experience and hard-won lessons from both government and business. She speaks with conviction about how organisations can embed purpose into their DNA, build cultures that embrace sustainability, and turn ambitious targets into tangible outcomes. Audiences appreciate her ability to balance strategic vision with pragmatic, actionable insights.
…
Two voices, one mission. Via Carpenter and Jeff Furman bring decades of trial, error and a shared passion for justice, good business and rock & roll. Different generations, similar values, plenty of laughs and a clear focus on outcomes for your audience.
Robert Swan OBE is a polar explorer, environmentalist and renowned motivational speaker. The first person to walk to both Poles, he inspires corporate audiences with lessons on leadership, resilience, sustainability and the pursuit of bold goals in the most challenging conditions on earth.
Andrew Keen is an author, entrepreneur and one of the world’s most influential critics of the digital age. He challenges audiences with thought-provoking insights on technology, social media, privacy and the future of business in a hyper-connected world
Ken Hughes is internationally renowned as one of the world’s leading authorities on how and why people buy. A leading consumer behaviouralist, he helps the biggest blue-chip brands decode consumer values, build customer connection and design customer experience that moves the needle. He blends data with story so teams can create change in real life, not just in theory.
Author, Economic and Social Theorist, Advisor to the European Union and Heads of State, and President of the Foundation on Economic Trends
Maayke-Aimée Damen, a renowned keynote speaker, embodies the forefront of sustainability and the circular economy, using nature’s efficiencies to guide global industries towards regenerative practices. Her impactful insights are poised to enlighten and motivate any audience.
Marc Randolph, the startup CEO and Netflix founder, is a celebrated figure in the tech world. With a history of successful startups and a passion for mentoring, Marc Randolph, the founding CEO, has transformed industries and inspired countless entrepreneurs. Dive into the remarkable journey of founder Marc Randolph and his pivotal role in creating Netflix below.
Kirk Vallis is Google’s Head of Creativity Development and a leading authority on creative thinking in business. He equips leaders and teams with practical tools and behavioural strategies to drive innovation, problem-solving, and lasting cultural change.
Nature-centred designer and biomimicry expert.
Mary Robinson, former President of Ireland and a renowned advocate for climate justice, inspires global audiences with her call to action for a sustainable future. As Chair of The Elders and a former UN Special Envoy on Climate Change, her expertise and passion make her a sought-after keynote speaker for corporate events.
